Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 9, 2020

1 deadline to train managers and employees under a new compliance and safety program that is the first of its kind in the nation. The state’s Responsible Vendor Training Program is designed to support licensee compliance and enhance the safety of customers and employees. We trained over 1,000 people between Oct. 16 and Dec.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 26, 2019

MCBA Engages in Case Study to Rate Efficacy of Los Angeles’ Social Equity Program. Partnering with the MCBA on this effort is Chris Nani, an Ohio State Law student who recently released a similar study that focused on these equity policies in three other California cities. Here’s their press release in full.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 22, 2023

states have began to relax or repeal local cannabis prohibitions in spite of federal and international prohibitions. Certain countries, including Canada, have gone further and introduced full-fledged federal regulatory programs. In the last few decades, U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

If the source of funds is questionable, unverifiable, or determined by the WSLCB to be gained in a manner which is in violation of law, the WSLCB will conduct further investigation regarding the funds. A bill does not become law until it passes both the House and the Senate and is signed by the Governor. . Board Approves Jan.

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The Joint Blog

MAY 3, 2020

Although it may come as a surprise to many in the mainstream and those who don’t pay attention to marijuana-related topics, many public and private universities offer both courses, certificates and degrees related to marijuana and its many compounds including CBD. May a state legalize a drug the federal government forbids?

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 12, 2022

The listening sessions will each be two hours in length and focus on three topic areas: (1) Licensed premises, (2) Facilitator conduct, and (3) Client and product safety. If your comments relate to these topic areas, please try to make the corresponding date, however we welcome your comments at any of the sessions that work best for you.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2019

As most people know, state law provides very generous authority to local jurisdictions regarding operational requirements and standards. However, neither the state nor the locals have really provided any best practices for the industry.

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MassRoots

MARCH 14, 2019

The first medical cannabis product manufacturing license was just awarded in Ohio, giving patients in the program a reason to celebrate. While the medical cannabis retail program has been active in Ohio since January of this year, the only product available for purchase so far has been dried cannabis flower. One Form Is Not Enough.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 21, 2022

To keep our drivers safe, it became necessary for the Minnesota Legislature to pass a state law to reduce the speed limit to 60 mph. However, it was the federal government that left this highway unregulated, and it then fell to the state to add important safety regulations. Whereas marijuana contains more than 0.3% or less THC.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 3, 2023

A recommendation from a physician is simply permission (‘recommendation’) for the patient to use cannabis, which can be obtained in any state where medical marijuana is legal. Although both are legal under state law, there are currently 29 states with legislation allowing for medical cannabis and the District of Columbia.

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Canna Law Blog

JUNE 7, 2019

On June 19, 2019, at 1:30 PST, the Washington State Bar Association’s Cannabis Law Section will be presenting an online CLE on hemp. I’ll be joined by my esteemed colleagues to shed some light on hemp laws both nationally and here in the Evergreen State. Some states also license the processing of hemp.

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Veriheal

MARCH 1, 2021

It may be tempting to drive across neighboring state lines with more cannabis-friendly laws. However, the number of states that will authorize qualified patients from out-of-state medical marijuana programs is still relatively small. . Which States Accept Out-of-State MMJ Cards? (Not California.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We are helping build out another cannabis banking program here in Oregon. My law firm has done a series of these for credit unions (“CU”s) and other financial institutions (“FIs”) going back to 2014. Instead, early, state-chartered CUs began using a three-tiered system to analyze potential MRB clients within the FinCEN framework.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 2, 2024

Insider Tips for Ohio Medical Marijuana Dispensary Visits Join loyalty programs and follow dispensaries on social media platforms to access exclusive promotions and discounts. Visit the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program website for a complete list. Q: What medical conditions qualify for medical marijuana use in Ohio?

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 17, 2022

Legalization of medical and recreational marijuana use continues to spread across the United States despite the drug remaining a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. California Mulls Lawful Off-Duty Use Protections. separate from the recreational marijuana laws themselves—for lawful, off-duty use of the drug.

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The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 25, 2021

However, employers still must be mindful of the state law protections currently available to medical marijuana users including, among other things, not taking adverse action or otherwise discriminating against someone based solely on their status as a qualifying medical marijuana patient or their possession of medical marijuana.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 30, 2020

To be fair, the USDA did issue an opinion in mid-2019 that stated that states/tribes could not prohibit the interstate transport of hemp produced under the 2014 Farm Bill. Many state law enforcement agencies simply mistook hemp for an illegal controlled substance. Our hemp attorneys have seen this happen countless times.

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Otherside Farms

JANUARY 3, 2023

Each US state specifies its own list of health conditions that qualify for medical marijuana. Hempland has a detailed breakdown of the states with medical marijuana programs. The next step is where your state laws come in. As mentioned earlier, state laws regulating medical marijuana use are not the same.

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 2, 2023

With an extensive network of medical marijuana dispensaries, along with well-defined regulations and procedures, the Golden State continues to lead the way in providing relief to those in need. California Medical Marijuana Laws California’s medical marijuana laws have evolved significantly over the years.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 16, 2019

Starting tomorrow, the Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) will begin accepting applications from entities seeking to achieve state certification as Responsible Vendor Trainers for Marijuana Establishment Agents. Operating in accordance with state laws, regulations, local rules, and other topics.

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The Blunt Truth

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

And speaking of CBD, Seyfarth has a program coming up on that topic. Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen approved a medical marijuana initiative to appear on the November ballot late last week. Assembly Bill 1525 allows cannabis banking under California state law. There’s now CBD for elephants.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 30, 2024

In the United States, medical marijuana cultivation is governed by a patchwork of state laws and regulations. Each state has its own set of rules regarding cultivation permits, plant limits, security measures, and licensing requirements. Waste management is also a priority for sustainable cannabis cultivation.

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PrestoDoctor

MAY 30, 2023

Let’s explore this topic in detail and shed light on the complex relationship between these two aspects. While several states have legalized medical marijuana, the federal government still classifies marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance. According to federal law, the use or possession of marijuana is illegal.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

However, employers still must be mindful of the state law protections currently available to medical marijuana users including, among other things, not taking adverse action or otherwise discriminating against someone based solely on their status as a qualifying medical marijuana patient or their possession of medical marijuana.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 3, 2023

To date, while taking input from the public on the topic, the FDA mostly has engaged in enforcement, sometimes in tandem with Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”), against CBD retailers. For years everyone has wondered when, or even if , the FDA would propose and adopt CBD regulations.

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PrestoDoctor

MAY 30, 2023

Let’s explore this topic in detail and shed light on the complex relationship between these two aspects. While several states have legalized medical marijuana, the federal government still classifies marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance. According to federal law, the use or possession of marijuana is illegal.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 3, 2019

For a full event description, including topics, speakers and registration links, click here. At this point, the OLCC’s recreational marijuana program is fully built out and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) hemp program has taken off like a rocket.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 23, 2019

Financial institutions that work with marijuana businesses must conduct due diligence to ensure that marijuana businesses are complying with state law. For example, a credit union needs to know how to verify the member is part of the pilot program.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 11, 2022

The subcommittee on cannabinoid products focuses on three issues: (1) new licensing and testing requirements for adult use cannabinoid products, (2) curtailing sales of cannabinoid products to minors, and (3) changes to state laws regulating hemp products. Law Enforcement Subcommittee. Emphasis added by GLLG.).

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 19, 2020

It happens more often than you might think depending on the topic (see, for example, the NLRB ). One agency, though, that has surprisingly never lifted a finger against state-legal cannabis–though it is taking a closer look at CBD–is the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). See here for our various posts on these topics.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Colorado blazed a trail with early legalization of MMJ, and by 2018 even more traditionally conservative states such as Oklahoma have legalized medicinal marijuana and implemented liberal MMJ programs. But the law on possession of MMJ buds is not uniform across all legal MMJ states.

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MMJ Recs

JANUARY 20, 2021

The Department of Health and Senior Services oversees Missouri’s MMJ program. They have given 192 dispensaries licenses to dispense medical marijuana to patients with a state MMJ card. State law allows licensed dispensaries to sell a variety of products, including: Flower. How Many Missouri Dispensaries Are There?

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 25, 2021

Eventually, more will follow with details about retailers and testing facilities, among other important topics. Following two public hearings, the final rule text states that cultivators may grow between 6,000 and 8,000 mature plants (or up to 10,000 if they have special approval from the state). View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. She is currently a law school professor teaching Marijuana and the Law at California Western School of Law and researcher under a contract with NHTSA and NORC on the topic of the prosecution of drugged driving cases. Yet another factor is specifically related to law enforcement.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

I’m a pretty tough critic of California in general if you read any of my writings on the topic. Also, of course, the point is to get voters to vote in favor of cannabis initiatives, and tax revenue that will deliver on things like infrastructure, government programs, education, etc. On the 25th anniversary of Prop. Enforcement.

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SMPL

AUGUST 14, 2019

The American Bar Association (ABA) adopted a resolution on Monday that calls on Congress to allow states to set their own marijuana policies and recommends rescheduling or descheduling cannabis under federal law. The report goes on to describe how its recommendations would help resolve some of these issues.

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Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

When House Bill 19-1234 and House Bill 19-1230 were signed into law on May 29, 2019, allowing for marijuana delivery and marijuana hospitality licenses, no one thought it would take two years to implement. Ordinance Repealing the Cannabis Consumption Pilot Program. Ordinance Repealing the Cannabis Consumption Pilot Program.

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